Form N-1A is the registration
statement form used by open-end management investment companies,
except small business investment companies and insurance company
separate accounts, to register under the Investment Company Act of
1940 and to register their securities under the Securities Act of
1933. The SEC uses the information filed in registration statements
to verify compliance with the federal securities laws. The
amendment to Form N-1A will require a fee table for mutual funds
that offer their shares as investment options for variable life
insurance policies and variable annuity contracts.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
Form N-1A under the Investment Company Act of 1940 and the Securities Act of 1933, Registration Statement of Open-End Management Investment Companies